Dodge – How to Work with a Dealer

For those in the market to buy a new or used Dodge, the good news is there are numerous dealers that can help you. The problem is that many people see this as trouble. They may not want to deal with a dealer who may seem pushy or who may overpromise on what the vehicle can actually offer. You may or may not know what you want, but you do know that you want something that is well-priced, high quality and does not come with a pushy salesperson.

Improving Your Purchase
If you are considering the investment in a Dodge, there are some outstanding vehicles available, including Caliber, Avenger, Caravan, Journey, Durango, Challenger and the Nitro. You can check out some options online and look into the dealer's website, but eventually you will need to head to the lot to check out these vehicles. The following tips can help you to avoid a bad situation with a sales person.

• Have some basic information about what you want and what you can afford before you arrive. It is a good idea to have already spoken to your lender and received information about how much you can spend. You should also know the important features you need, such as the number of seats or the size of the vehicle.

• When you come onto the lot, ensure the salesperson that greets you knows you are knowledgeable about Dodge vehicles. You may even know which model you are interested. By ensuring this, you keep the over-hyped conversations to a minimum. The salesperson knows you want this vehicle; his job is to help you to get into one.

• Avoid those who cannot meet your needs. If you really want a used vehicle under a certain mileage, tell them that. If you want a specific model, tell the salesperson you are not interested in others. Do not be afraid to speak up and say what you do and do not want if the salesperson brings it up.

• Ask for the extras. In some cases, just asking for a lower price can help you to get one. You may be able to get more for your trade in if you already know its basic value (which you can research in advance online.) You may want to ask for things like a full tank of gas or an extended warranty for a discount.

• Know that on-site financing may or may not be the best option for you. You also do not have to take all of the package offers if you want a lower price. If paying in cash, ask for a discount because you are paying in cash.
Buying a Dodge can be an exciting opportunity for you to have, but that is only if you put the time into the process necessary. This often means doing a bit of homework at home. Once you find a Dodge dealer you do feel comfortable with, go back to them with all of your needs. Forming this bond can be very helpful.